Emerald Cottage
Emerald Cottage is a spacious and luxurious fisherman's cottage located in the historic fishing village of Burghead, offering scenic views over Moray Firth and Burghead Bay, ideal for families and outdoor enthusiasts.
Banffshire
Banffshire is a historic Scottish county renowned for its scenic coastline, medieval castles, prehistoric sites, and notable mansions, offering cultural and walking attractions.
Near Burghead Well
Burghead Well is an ancient and mysterious rock chamber at the site of a former Pictish fort in Scotland, featuring stone steps leading down into the well and associated with several historical and ritual theories.
Ruach
This terraced cottage in Gardenstown is positioned with elevated, uninterrupted sea views and is suitable for families, offering a peaceful and comfortable setting with access to a private enclosed garden, close proximity to local shops and a beach.
family-focused
child-friendly
wildlife
outdoor-activities
private-retreat
homely
peaceful
fresh-air
country-walk-base
2 miles from Troup Head
Troup Head is a coastal nature reserve featuring high cliffs hosting Scotland's largest mainland Gannet colony along with various other seabirds. Visitors can enjoy extensive outdoor wildlife viewing, including potential sightings of dolphins and whales. The site is accessible via a nature trail but is not wheelchair friendly and has no on-site facilities like toilets or food outlets.
Viaduct View
This Grade B listed semi-detached cottage in Cullen is situated near the beach and local amenities, offering a homely atmosphere with original features, suitable for families or groups and set within a garden with sea views.
peaceful
cosy
homely
family-focused
child-friendly
self-contained
country-walk-base
fresh-air
nature-immersion
waterside-feel
Woodside
Woodside is a spacious, detached single-storey cottage set in open countryside with views across the sea, surrounded by its own garden grounds and located near coastal attractions.
peaceful
homely
private-retreat
easy-stay
fresh-air
countryside
country-walk-base
family-focused
child-friendly
Knocknahighle
This detached cottage in the Cairngorms National Park near Grantown-on-Spey offers a peaceful rural retreat with scenic valley views, enclosed garden with decking, and accessible features suitable for families and children.
family-focused
child-friendly
peaceful
self-contained
homely
easy-stay
outdoor-activities
country-walk-base
fresh-air
Balnagowan Mill
Balnagowan Mill is a secluded holiday retreat in the Scottish Highlands village of Nethy Bridge, offering a spacious, family-friendly and homely atmosphere surrounded by scenic natural beauty.
peaceful
homely
family-focused
child-friendly
multi-generational
good-for-gatherings
celebration-feel
fresh-air
nature-immersion
outdoor-activities
private-retreat
self-contained
easy-stay
independent-stay
Cowrie Cottage
Cowrie Cottage is a traditional stone fisherman's cottage near the beaches of Portknockie, accommodating six guests with three bedrooms and featuring a homely atmosphere with two lounges and a dining room, set in a quiet coastal location just steps from the beach.
Ramsay
A single-bedroom lodge apartment set in the grounds of a 16th century historic castle in north east Scotland with garden, terrace, and private parking, designed for romantic retreats and peaceful countryside immersion.
romantic
intimate
self-contained
stylish
historic-building
laid-back
peaceful
countryside
country-walk-base
3 miles from Brandsbutt Stone
The Brandsbutt Stone is a large ancient Pictish symbol stone located in Inverurie, Scotland, featuring distinctive ogham script and Pictish carvings dating back to around AD 600. It is a scheduled monument of historical significance.
Glenlivet View
Glenlivet View is a detached lodge in Speyside with panoramic views of the Glenlivet Estate and Cairngorms National Park, offering a cosy and stylish retreat ideal for exploring nearby whisky distilleries and Scottish Highlands attractions.
The Stables
The Stables is a spacious stone-built cottage in rural Aberdeenshire with countryside views, situated in a peaceful farm setting suitable for families, featuring a wet room on the ground floor and access to outdoor activities nearby.
2 miles from Peel of Lumphanan
The Peel of Lumphanan is a 13th-century earthwork castle in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, featuring a central mound with wall remains and surrounded by defensive ditches. It offers historical significance linked to the Battle of Lumphanan and is a protected scheduled monument.
The Mews
This accommodation is a historic family-friendly house set in 27 acres of rural grounds with woodland walks, a walled garden, and a private wood-fired hot tub, offering a peaceful countryside retreat.
peaceful
family-focused
private-retreat
countryside
country-walk-base
outdoor-activities
child-friendly
2 miles from Picardy Stone
The Picardy Stone is an ancient Pictish symbol stone located near Huntly, Aberdeenshire, featuring carvings dating back to around AD 600 and recognized as a scheduled monument.
Eilean
A detached lodge set in 28 acres of natural woodland near Forres, accommodating 6 guests with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, featuring a conservatory with woodland and lake views and an open-plan living space.
2 miles from Dallas Dhu distillery
Dallas Dhu is a historic Speyside single malt whisky distillery in Forres, Moray, now operating as a whisky museum featuring tours of original distillery buildings and malt barn, with plans to reopen under new management.
Mountain View
A large, detached holiday home in the Scottish Highlands set on the outskirts of Tomintoul village with views of the Avonside Hills, suitable for families or couples sharing, with a garden and parking for 2 cars but no on-site parking, and offering accessibility features including ramp access and a wet room on the ground floor.
family-focused
child-friendly
countryside
country-walk-base
outdoor-activities
peaceful
homely
private-retreat
Cluny
This detached lodge is located in a peaceful woodland setting within easy reach of countryside and coast, offering spacious accommodation ideal for families with two bedrooms and a private outdoor seating area, situated on a small exclusive park with extensive natural grounds.
peaceful
family-focused
child-friendly
multi-generational
private-retreat
self-contained
outdoor-activities
good-for-gatherings
3 miles from Sueno's Stone
Sueno's Stone is a large ancient Pictish standing stone near Forres, Scotland, featuring intricate carvings including a Celtic cross and battle scenes. It is the largest surviving Pictish cross-slab of its kind, dating from circa 850–950 AD, and is displayed outdoors on a historic roadside bank.
Burn of Aultmore Croft
Stone-built detached croft house set in 200 acres of farmland, offering spacious accommodation for eight guests in a countryside setting with gardens and a tumbling burn nearby.
peaceful
cosy
homely
private-retreat
countryside
nature-immersion
wildlife
country-walk-base
family-focused
child-friendly
self-contained
good-stopover
functional
Crofts
A detached countryside cottage near Cairngorms National Park, offering a peaceful and homely stay with open-plan living, three bedrooms, and a large enclosed garden with a firepit and outdoor seating, set in a scenic elevated location with views over a glen.
peaceful
cosy
homely
laid-back
private-retreat
family-focused
child-friendly
countryside
country-walk-base
outdoor-activities
3 miles from Glenbuchat Castle
Glenbuchat Castle is a historic Scottish Z plan castle built in 1590, located near the River Don in Aberdeenshire. It is a roofless ruin managed by Historic Environment Scotland and recognized as a scheduled monument, offering visitors a glimpse into Scottish history and architecture.
Gamrie
This detached lodge in 28 acres of natural woodland offers spacious, accessible accommodation with open plan living and views of a fenced lake, located near Forres for exploring Moray and the Cairngorms.
Mill of Burncrook
A detached, luxuriously furnished country property located in the Glenlivet Estate at the foot of the Cairngorms, offering stunning views, peaceful countryside surroundings, and easy access to whisky distilleries and outdoor activities.
Alves
This detached lodge is set within 28 acres of natural woodland near Inverness, offering a tranquil and spacious environment with two bedrooms, suitable for a family of four.
peaceful
cosy
homely
laid-back
private-retreat
self-contained
family-focused
child-friendly
easy-stay
functional
The Coach House
The Coach House is a spacious semi-detached former coach house set in rural Aberdeenshire on a working farm surrounded by countryside and hills, offering a peaceful country retreat with garden and nearby outdoor activities.
family-focused
child-friendly
peaceful
homely
country-walk-base
outdoor-activities
self-contained
private-retreat
Strathclaggan
A large detached family home in Speyside with spacious airy rooms, an enclosed garden, private wood-fired hot tub, and proximity to outdoor activities like fishing and mountain biking.
family-focused
child-friendly
private-retreat
homely
laid-back
fresh-air
nature-immersion
country-walk-base
outdoor-activities
peaceful
Strathlene Lodge
This holiday home is located on the northeastern coast of Scotland by the Moray Firth, offering sea views and access to a golf course, with a peaceful and cosy atmosphere and a garden with decking.
peaceful
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homely
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self-contained
fresh-air
nature-immersion
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family-focused
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Woodend Lodges- Ben Macdui
Ben Macdui is a detached rural lodge with three bedrooms set in a peaceful countryside location near Banchory, suitable for families or groups looking for a homely and private retreat with shared outdoor space and parking.
peaceful
homely
family-focused
child-friendly
countryside
country-walk-base
private-retreat
self-contained
easy-stay
Cottertonbeag
A detached bungalow located within Cairngorms National Park in a quiet village setting, featuring ground floor living, a cosy open fire, and a large garden in a wooded countryside area with nearby river walks and local amenities.
cosy
homely
laid-back
private-retreat
easy-stay
nature-immersion
countryside
country-walk-base
family-focused
child-friendly
multi-generational
Failte
A beautifully refurbished one-bedroom annex holiday home for up to four guests, set on the ground floor with a living room, kitchen/dining room, bedroom, and shower room, featuring an enclosed garden with patio and private parking, located near coastal and countryside attractions.
homely
romantic
private-retreat
self-contained
easy-stay
fresh-air
countryside
country-walk-base
family-focused
child-friendly
Caberfeidh
Caberfeidh is a cosy, detached, single-storey holiday cottage set in enclosed gardens overlooking the River Dulnain in the Cairngorms National Park near the Highland village of Dulnain Bridge.
cosy
homely
private-retreat
laid-back
peaceful
fresh-air
nature-immersion
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family-focused
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2 miles from Loch Garten Abernethy
RSPB Loch Garten Nature Reserve offers a rich wildlife experience in the Caledonian pineforest featuring breeding ospreys, red squirrels, and diverse bird species. Visitors can enjoy multiple accessible nature trails, viewpoints, and a visitor centre with live osprey cameras. Facilities include accessible toilets, picnic areas, and free parking.
Huntly
This detached lodge is set in 28 acres of natural woodland with views over a lake, offering spacious and comfortable accommodation ideal for guests with mobility issues, located near Forres with access to local amenities and outdoor activities.
peaceful
homely
laid-back
private-retreat
easy-stay
independent-stay
fresh-air
nature-immersion
countryside
country-walk-base
family-focused
child-friendly
Symbister Suite
Symbister Suite is a first-floor accommodation set within the historic Delgatie Castle estate near Turriff, offering a peaceful and scenic rural retreat with shared grounds and a private garden area.
Seahaven Cottage
This is a self-contained holiday cottage situated in the quiet village of Portknockie, offering a peaceful and family-friendly setting near the Moray Firth coast with scenic natural surroundings.
Drumurnie
Drumurnie Cottage is a ground-floor property located in the village of Tomintoul within the Cairngorm National Park, offering a tranquil rural setting with countryside and garden views in a peaceful Scottish village environment.
peaceful
cosy
homely
laid-back
private-retreat
family-focused
child-friendly
country-walk-base
nature-immersion
fresh-air
Salty Dog
A traditional semi-detached fisherman’s cottage overlooking the marina in the village of Findochty, offering a cosy and homely atmosphere with scenic views and close proximity to the beach and local amenities.
peaceful
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private-retreat
family-focused
child-friendly
fresh-air
nature-immersion
waterside-feel
country-walk-base
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Lorien Cottage
Lorien Cottage is a spacious and charming bungalow located in the village of Nethy Bridge within the Cairngorms National Park, offering a peaceful retreat ideal for families and groups with children and pets.
family-focused
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self-contained
peaceful
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private-retreat
nature-immersion
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Tanar View
A charming and cosy barn conversion apartment in a rural setting on Royal Deeside, offering peaceful and scenic surroundings with private decking on two levels, ideal for nature immersion and outdoor activities, accommodating up to four guests including two pets.
peaceful
cosy
romantic
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self-contained
fresh-air
nature-immersion
countryside
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family-focused
Ocean View
A cosy semi-detached holiday bungalow with stunning sea views on the ground floor, suitable for families, featuring a garden with patio, private parking, and proximity to beaches and local amenities.
Near Duff House
Duff House is a Georgian estate house in Banff, Aberdeenshire, now part of National Galleries Scotland, offering historic architecture, fine art displays, and extensive grounds.
The Laurels
A detached home near Forres that comfortably sleeps six guests and is located in a peaceful and scenic area with easy access to local shops, pubs, and coastal attractions.
peaceful
cosy
homely
laid-back
private-retreat
family-focused
child-friendly
fresh-air
nature-immersion
countryside
country-walk-base
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2 miles from Logie House Garden
Logie House Garden offers extensive riverside gardens with year-round interest, a traditional walled garden, and a visitor centre featuring a café, shops, and a playpark. The venue hosts exhibitions, events, and workshops throughout the year, providing a broad outdoor and indoor visitor experience.
Hogholm Farmhouse
Hogholm Farmhouse is a spacious five-bedroom farmhouse set in the countryside near Inverurie and Kintore, offering expansive outdoor views and a tranquil rural setting suitable for families and groups.
peaceful
homely
fresh-air
nature-immersion
countryside
country-walk-base
outdoor-activities
family-focused
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private-retreat
2 miles from Kinkell Church
Kinkell Church is a simple medieval Highland church dating from the 1200s, notable for its stone sacrament house and its history of Reformation changes and partial dismantling.
Seggat Farm - Keepers Cottage
Keepers Cottage is a three-bedroom holiday cottage set in the peaceful countryside of Auchterless on a working farm, offering uninterrupted scenic views and a private enclosed garden space with a relaxed rural atmosphere.
Hayfield
A unique holiday suite located within the main castle in Scotland, offering peaceful and scenic surroundings with family-friendly and group accommodation across three bedrooms.
Seggat Farm - Gardeners Cottage
Gardners Cottage is a countryside holiday cottage in Auchterless offering peaceful rural surroundings with countryside views, suitable for families or groups seeking a private retreat in Aberdeenshire farming country.
peaceful
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homely
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nature-immersion
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Golf View
This accommodation is a detached holiday home positioned right on the shores of Aboyne Loch, featuring scenic views and a decking area, suitable for families and nature enthusiasts with access to fishing and nearby golf.
peaceful
homely
private-retreat
fresh-air
nature-immersion
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Ford Cottage
A traditional single-storey granite cottage located on the banks of the River Dee offering self-contained accommodation in a peaceful woodland setting, ideal for relaxation and nature immersion in the Royal Deeside area.
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nature-immersion
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country-walk-base
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family-focused
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Ferness
A detached lodge situated in 28 acres of natural woodland with scenic views, offering spacious accommodation for up to six guests including a master double bedroom with en-suite and two twin bedrooms, featuring an open plan living area and a conservatory, located near the town of Forres and various outdoor activities.
family-focused
child-friendly
self-contained
country-walk-base
peaceful
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outdoor-activities
nature-immersion
Longcroft Cottage
This detached renovated cottage near Aberdeen offers a charming and comfortable rural retreat with historical sites nearby, suitable for families and private stays.
2 miles from Maiden Stone
The Maiden Stone is a 9th century Pictish standing stone near Inverurie, Aberdeenshire, featuring Christian and pre-Christian carvings. It is an outdoor historic site open at all times and protected as a scheduled monument.
Clunymhore
This traditionally styled, detached holiday cottage is set on the ground floor in the Cairngorms National Park with views of the Cairngorm Mountains and Abernethy Forest, suitable for families and pets, with an enclosed garden and private parking.
peaceful
cosy
homely
private-retreat
family-focused
child-friendly
country-walk-base
outdoor-activities
Dolphin Bay House
Dolphin Bay House is a family-friendly terraced property on the Banffshire coast near the Moray Firth, featuring a large enclosed garden with decked areas, close proximity to a sandy beach and village amenities, and various sitting and dining spaces that make it suitable for outdoor enthusiasts and walkers.
Clachnaben
This lodge is a peaceful and comfortable detached property set in a rural location near Banchory, featuring ground floor open plan living with access to a decking area and shared garden space, ideal for families and those seeking a homely atmosphere.
Boghead Holiday Cottages - The Byre
The Byre is a three-bedroom steading conversion located on a working farm near the village of Lumsden, offering a peaceful and accessible countryside retreat with scenic views and family-friendly features.
peaceful
cosy
homely
private-retreat
easy-stay
independent-stay
wildlife
countryside
country-walk-base
outdoor-activities
family-focused
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2 miles from St Mary's Kirk, Auchindoir
St Mary's Kirk, Auchindoir is a rare and well-preserved medieval parish church ruin in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, notable for its early Romanesque architecture and largely unaltered structure since the 13th century. The site offers an outdoor historical experience of a Scheduled Ancient Monument.
Firth View
A traditional fisherman's cottage located just 50 yards from a beach in the village of Kingston-on-Spey, featuring an enclosed garden and a peaceful setting with scenic coastal and nature surroundings.
cosy
family-focused
child-friendly
nature-immersion
waterside-feel
country-walk-base
peaceful
homely
private-retreat
self-contained
Easter Lettoch
Easter Lettoch is a traditional granite cottage extended with larch walls, offering a comfortable and secluded retreat set within the Cairngorms National Park with rural and scenic views over the Spey Valley and Cromdale Hills, featuring homely and family-focused ambiance.
peaceful
homely
private-retreat
fresh-air
nature-immersion
countryside
country-walk-base
family-focused
child-friendly
independent-stay
Wester Laggan Cottage
Wester Laggan Cottage is a traditional detached stone cottage set on a small working farm in the Cairngorms National Park, offering scenic views across the Strathspey valley to the Cairngorm mountain range, with a homely and peaceful rural atmosphere.
White House
White House is a characterful and historic five-bedroom detached house set in the rural and peaceful Cornhill area near Banff, surrounded by private natural gardens and close to the North Sea coast and Cairngorms National Park.
historic-building
family-focused
child-friendly
peaceful
countryside
country-walk-base
private-retreat
self-contained
Haugh House
A detached family holiday home in a peaceful village setting near a riverside walk in Aberlour, Speyside, accommodating up to ten guests with a garden and private parking for three cars.
Seafield Street
This self-contained apartment in Cullen offers a cosy and homely atmosphere close to the Moray Firth coast, ideal for families and guests seeking a peaceful retreat with scenic views and nature immersion activities nearby.
self-contained
cosy
homely
family-focused
child-friendly
peaceful
fresh-air
nature-immersion
country-walk-base
good-stopover
Auld Kirk Hall
A converted historic village hall offering a comfortable and accessible holiday home with private garden and parking, set in a scenic area near golf courses and beaches in Scotland.
peaceful
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historic-building
self-contained
family-focused
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multi-generational
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2 miles from Fyvie Castle
Fyvie Castle is a historic 13th century castle in Aberdeenshire featuring multiple towers, rich history, collections of arms and portraits, landscaped gardens, and folklore. It offers a mix of indoor tours and outdoor exploration along with events and children's activities.
Jock McMuffin Cottage
Jock McMuffin Cottage is a cosy two-bedroom cottage located in the scenic coastal village of Portknockie, suitable for families or small groups seeking a private and homely retreat near the sea.
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child-friendly
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fresh-air
countryside
country-walk-base
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Seascape
This terraced mews-style holiday home is located just across the road from a beach and offers sea views from the ground-floor living room, providing a peaceful and stylish coastal retreat near Banff, Scotland.
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The Byre
A cosy and homely barn conversion set on a working beef farm in Deeside, offering a private retreat with panoramic countryside views and suitable for a family holiday with outdoor space and private hot tub.
Boatman's Cottage
Traditional detached sail-makers cottage dating from 1863 located just 100 yards from the seafront in Portessie, offering sea views from bedrooms and decked area, with cosy and comfortable accommodation including 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
Muirtown Lodge
This detached timber-clad lodge in the Scottish Highlands offers a peaceful rural retreat with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms on the ground floor, set in a scenic location near the coast.
3 miles from Deskford Church
Deskford Church is a well-preserved, roofless late medieval rural parish church featuring a remarkable sacrament house with carved inscriptions, set amidst an active burial ground.
Ben View
Ben View is a charming detached croft cottage set in a rural Scottish countryside location approximately 4 miles from Fochabers with extensive views and enclosed gardens suitable for families and pets.
peaceful
homely
private-retreat
self-contained
fresh-air
nature-immersion
countryside
family-focused
child-friendly
Isla Bank Cottage
Isla Bank Cottage is an end terrace cottage in a quiet part of Keith, an agricultural town on the Whisky Trail, close to local shops and facilities, with access to an orchard and nearby beach and golf amenities.
3 miles from Gordon Castle Walled Garden
Gordon Castle Walled Garden is a historic eight-acre kitchen garden in Scotland featuring extensive fruit trees, a soft fruit garden, a grass maze, and a glasshouse. It offers facilities such as a children's play area, refreshments, and accessible paths.
The Brae Steading
This detached barn conversion is situated just outside the conservation village of Fordyce with panoramic sea and countryside views, set within one acre of private grounds and close to sandy beaches and coastal walks, offering a peaceful and rural retreat.
Eagles Gate Lodge
Eagles Gate Lodge is a Grade A listed countryside cottage near Banff with a peaceful setting, enclosed gardens, and views of woodland and fields, suitable for families and pet owners.
peaceful
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family-focused
child-friendly
countryside
country-walk-base
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Inverspey
Inverspey is a detached bungalow in northern Scotland set in its own grounds with views across farmland to hills and sea; renovated to a high standard with spacious living areas opening to a large decked garden and outdoor dining spaces, surrounded by a beautiful garden and proximate to coastal and wildlife attractions in Spey Bay.
3 miles from Gordon Castle Walled Garden
Gordon Castle Walled Garden is an extensive historic kitchen garden in Fochabers, Moray, renowned as one of Britain's oldest and largest. Visitors can enjoy peaceful garden walks, observe gardeners at work, and experience locally grown produce at the on-site award-winning café and shop. The garden features a natural play area for children and is mostly wheelchair accessible.
Brodie
Brodie is a detached lodge located in a tranquil rural area, surrounded by 28 acres of natural woodland and close to the Highlands, offering a peaceful setting with outdoor seating and private parking.
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family-focused
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self-contained
independent-stay
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Boghead Holiday Cottages - The Stables
This ground-floor two-bedroom steading conversion accommodates up to four guests on a working farm near Lumsden, featuring ensuite bathrooms, underfloor heating, a woodburner, and a small garden with patio and BBQ, set in scenic countryside with nearby village amenities and outdoor activity opportunities.
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Dava
Dava is a detached lodge set in 28 acres of natural woodland, offering tranquil and spacious accommodation for up to four guests with rural surroundings ideal for walking and outdoor activities.